Engineering education

Most IITians diverge from their field: Why we must rethink branch-based admissions

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Most IITians diverge from their field: Why we must rethink branch-based admissions

Over 90% of IIT graduates do not take up jobs related to their engineering disciplines. Instead, they chart diverse paths—joining startups, pursuing entrepreneurship, IIMs, civil services, consultancy firms, data analytics, or coding. Why do most IITians not pursue careers in their specific branches of engineering? Is it a drain on IIT resources? IIT is not … Read more

Anna University to offer B. Voc, BE integrated training courses

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Anna University to offer B. Voc, BE integrated training courses

  Anna University has launched two undergraduate vocational courses – B. Voc in Logistics Management and B. Voc in Footwear Manufacturing. The three-year courses are being offered in association with the faculty and industry experts from the respective industry sectors.   Candidates who have graduated from Class XII from either academic or vocational streams can … Read more